Cost accounting courses can help you learn budgeting, variance analysis, cost allocation, and performance measurement. You can build skills in analyzing financial data, preparing cost reports, and making informed pricing decisions. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for financial modeling, QuickBooks for tracking expenses, and specialized software for cost management, which help you apply your knowledge in real-world business scenarios.
The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Environment, Research, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Scientific Methods, Chemistry
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Risk Modeling, Analysis, Personally Identifiable Information, Accountability, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Systems Development Life Cycle, Emerging Technologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Prototyping, Wireless Networks, PIC Microcontrollers, Information Privacy, Safety and Security, Risk Management Framework, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Electrical Wiring, Power Electronics, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Basic Electrical Systems, Microarchitecture, Electrical Power
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Communication Planning, Cost Management, Scope Management, Project Estimation, Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Scheduling, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Procurement, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Organizational Structure, Quality Assurance, Project Risk Management, Project Documentation, Project Management, Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, LLM Application, JSON, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Product Strategy, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, AI Personalization, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Performance Tuning, Model Based Systems Engineering, Program Evaluation, Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, General Networking, PIC Microcontrollers, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Cloud Services, Electrical Wiring, Cloud Storage, Microarchitecture, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Restful API, Cloud Solutions, Electrical Equipment, Basic Electrical Systems, Power Electronics, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cross-Channel Marketing, Return On Investment, Marketing Budgets, Campaign Management, Marketing Channel, Data Presentation, Google Ads, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Effectiveness, Performance marketing, Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Budget Management, Lead Generation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Online Advertising, Campaign Management, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Advertising, Performance Analysis, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, Brand Management, Social Media Campaigns, Budget Management, Project Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Return On Investment, Quality Assessment, Cost Reduction
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Project Scoping, Project Risk Management, Project Schedules, Cost Management, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Project Planning, Project Management, Scope Management, Change Control, Project Performance, Microsoft Excel, Communication Planning, Team Leadership, Leadership, User Story, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Leadership Development
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Threat Modeling, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Security Testing, Secure Coding, Cost Management, Data Ethics, Data Governance, Experimentation, Prompt Engineering, Application Security, CI/CD, Automation, Financial Forecasting, Compliance Management, Governance, Technical Documentation, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management, Stakeholder Communications
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Working Capital, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Financial Reporting, Case Studies, Operational Efficiency, Return On Investment, Corporate Tax
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks